Lance

Biodata

Feature	Information
Name	Lance (渡)
Alias(es)	Dragon Master Lance; “Dodo Bird”; “Flying-type Elite Four” (teasing nickname)
Species/Race	Human
Gender	Male
Affiliation	Pokémon League; Investigation Department; Dragon Clan
Occupation/Role	Johto Champion; Dragon-type Elite Four of Kanto; former Elite Four Reserve; Investigator
Status	Active 1134
First Appearance	Chapter 26

Power Progression

Stage / Realm / Level	Chapter	Notes
Elite Four Reserve / Investigator	40	Reveals that he serves both as an Elite Four Reserve and a Pokémon League Investigator while investigating a possible traitor.
Intermediate Investigator	237	Leads a Hoenn operation; other Investigators note that he reached this rank through his own ability and merits rather than Dragon Clan influence.
Dragon Force and Viridian Force awakened	527	His connection with Dragonite awakens Dragon Force, followed by Viridian Force, during his semifinal battle against Xia Yan.
Senior Investigator	887	Listed in the Masters Tournament rankings as a Senior Investigator.
Dual Mega Evolution	906	Uses Dragon Force and Viridian Force to bear the strain of Dual Mega Evolution, though the exertion remains severe.
Dragon-type Elite Four	961	Successfully completes the Kanto League Elite Four Challenge and claims the Dragon-type seat.
Johto Champion	1119	Enters the Masters Eight tournament as the Champion of the Johto Region.

Background / History

Lance is a member of the Dragon Clan and one of its younger-generation candidates to become a future “Dragon Master.” His cousin Clair is another such candidate, and the clan directs substantial resources toward both of their development. His second uncle, Yuan, is one of the Pokémon League’s top investigators. 76 176 259

He first meets Xia Yan in Goldenrod City, introducing himself with an unusually open, sunny manner and repeatedly proposing that they train together. Their shared training becomes the start of a close friendship and long-running rivalry. 26 27 29

While still young, Lance works as both an Elite Four Reserve and an Investigator. After the Goldenrod incident and Xia Yan’s presumed death, he resolves to enter the dangerous Third Cave of Dragon’s Den to become stronger and seek revenge. 40 76

By the time he reunites with Xia Yan in Hoenn, Lance has become an Intermediate Investigator pursuing a Hunter from Kanto to Meteor Falls. His rapid growth is attributed to both his personal ability and the Dragon Clan’s resources. 237 259

Appearance

Lance is a sharply featured young man with pale eyes and a distinctive cape that he frequently flourishes before or after battles. 76 176 894

• Usually appears in a cape, which has become closely associated with his public image. 176 905
• Has a notably athletic, well-trained build. 1012
• Often displays a broad, confident smile, even under pressure. 594
• Is recognizable enough that Xia Yan once borrowed his cape to make a battlefield entrance. 1140

Personality

Lance is warm, direct, and exceptionally battle-hungry. He treats sparring as part of his daily routine, eagerly challenges strong opponents, and prefers fights where both sides can give their all. His enthusiasm is so persistent that Xia Yan regularly refuses his battle requests. 27 276 696

Despite his carefree presentation, Lance is disciplined and capable of shifting immediately into investigator mode. He is trusted by fellow Investigators, can operate undercover, and approaches dangerous assignments with conviction. 237 469 470

He is fiercely loyal to his friends. When Heatran traps him and Xia Yan, Lance attempts to sacrifice himself to create an escape opportunity for Xia Yan rather than let him die alongside him. 594

Abilities & Skills

Dragon Force and Viridian Force

Lance possesses two special powers that reinforce his bond with Dragon-type Pokémon, particularly Dragonite.

• Dragon Force enhances his offensive power and connects his will directly to Dragonite’s fighting spirit. 527 907
• Viridian Force grants powerful recovery, allowing Dragonite to visibly heal wounds during battle. 907 1134
• He can channel both forces into Dragonite under extreme pressure. 1134
• Their combined burden allows Lance to perform Dual Mega Evolution, but places considerable strain on him. 906

Intimidate and Dragon Dance System

Lance favors overwhelming momentum, using his Pokémon’s physical strength, speed, and intimidation to force opponents into unfavorable exchanges.

• Gyarados and Salamence form the core of his Intimidate-based opening pressure. 906 1132
• Frequently uses Dragon Dance to rapidly convert field control into offensive advantage. 277 729
• Once commanded five Pokémon to use Dragon Dance simultaneously, bypassing the probing phase and immediately applying maximum pressure. 906
• Has expanded his system with weather-based tactics that strengthen moves such as Thunder and Hurricane. 1130

Trainer-Centered Team Core

Unlike a conventional lineup centered on one Pokémon, Lance has built his system around himself.

• Dragon Force and Viridian Force make Lance the functional core linking his entire team. 907 961
• His personal power supplements the Intimidate system and reinforces his Dragon-type lineup’s offense and survivability. 961
• He relies on overwhelming explosive power, but is also able to adapt his roster to cover type weaknesses. 905 906

Investigation and Infiltration

Lance is regarded as a natural Investigator by Yuan and has repeatedly worked undercover.

• Earned recognition as an Intermediate Investigator through merit rather than clan influence. 237
• Pursued a Hunter from Kanto into Hoenn as part of a Pokémon League mission. 259
• Previously spent time infiltrating Team Rocket and later entered Team Magma undercover. 469 470
• Recognized Xia Yan through a disguise by identifying his back rather than his face or mannerisms. 470

Pokémon

• Dragonite — Lance’s ace and one of the Pokémon most closely associated with him; their wills synchronize through Dragon Force. 527 1134
• Charizard — His starter Pokémon and the partner with whom he shares his deepest bond; capable of Mega Evolving into Mega Charizard X. 747 1133
• Gyarados — A central component of his Intimidate and Dragon Dance strategy; capable of Mega Evolution. 729 906
• Salamence — An Intimidate user and part of his high-pressure opening formation. 906 1130
• Hisuian Goodra — A Dragon/Steel Pokémon added to address his team’s vulnerabilities to Ice- and Fairy-type attacks. 905
• Altaria — Supports the team’s overall coordination and tactical flexibility. 905 906
• Aerodactyl — An early aerial partner later used at Sub-Elite Four level. 176 670

Relationships

• Xia Yan — His first friend after Xia Yan arrived in the world; they are close friends, fierce rivals, battle partners, and survivors of multiple life-threatening incidents together. 525 594 1131
• Lorelei — A recurring rival whose Ice-type specialization directly pressures Lance’s team. Their personal clashes also reflect the conflict between Kanto’s Battle Faction and Academy Faction. 473 515 968
• Steven Stone — A fellow elite Trainer and friendly rival. Lance agrees to battle Steven after Xia Yan refuses both of their challenges. 276 277
• Clair — His cousin and a fellow Dragon Clan candidate for the future Dragon Master position. 176
• Yuan — His second uncle, a top Pokémon League Investigator who encourages Lance’s investigative instincts. 76
• Bruno — Helped Lance establish his habit of conducting morning battle training. 670
• Dragonite — His ace and closest Dragon-type partner; their bond is central to the awakening and use of Dragon Force. 527 1134
• Charizard — His starter and deepest Pokémon bond, retaining major tactical importance even after Dragonite evolves. 277 747

Story Role / Major Arcs

Goldenrod City and the Power Plant

Lance meets Xia Yan, trains alongside him, and later reveals his dual role as an Elite Four Reserve and Investigator. The two begin cooperating during the Power Plant incident, where their Pokémon and commands show early synchronization. 27 40 42

Hoenn Investigation and Team Magma

As an Intermediate Investigator, Lance pursues a Hunter into Hoenn. He later infiltrates Team Magma alongside Xia Yan and fights with him in the Alternate Space, where their coordination becomes nearly wordless and their combined force overwhelms Team Magma’s members. 237 259 469 473

Lily of the Valley Youth Tournament

Lance treats his semifinal against Xia Yan as a battle worthy of complete sincerity. During the final clash between Dragonite and Alakazam, he awakens Dragon Force and Viridian Force, though Xia Yan ultimately takes the victory. 525 527

Heatran Incident

Trapped by Heatran’s Magma Storm, Lance attempts to hold back the Legendary Pokémon so Xia Yan can escape. He is overwhelmed, but Xia Yan returns with Snorlax and Bewear rather than abandoning him. 594

Masters Tournament

Lance reveals a refined six-@@REF_ENTITY_15673223@@ lineup, a Dragon Dance formation, Dual Mega Evolution, and his Trainer-centered battle system during his Masters Tournament battle with Xia Yan. Though he pushes Xia Yan’s team to the brink, Lance collapses from exhaustion after the full-scale fight. 905 906 907

Elite Four and Champion Career

Lance becomes Kanto’s Dragon-type Elite Four alongside Lorelei’s ascension as the Ice-type Elite Four. He later represents Johto as its Champion in the Masters Eight tournament. 961 1119

World Championships

In the World Championships, Lance demonstrates further tactical growth through weather support and a clash between Mega Charizard X and Leon’s Gigantamax Charizard. He later faces Xia Yan again, deploying Dragonite, Charizard, Salamence, and his fully awakened special powers. 1130 1132 1133 1134

Notable Quotes

“I’ll hold it back!” 594

“Flying—ptui! Dragon-type! I am the Dragon-type Elite Four, Lance!” 961

“As a Dragon Master, I, Lance, will never lose!” 1130

Trivia

• Xia Yan’s “Dodo Bird” joke becomes so widespread that a crowd once chants for Lance to become a “Flying-type Elite Four.” 961
• Lance dislikes cold weather, a trait shared by Dragon Village’s Iris. 696
• Although called a Dragon Master, several of his most important Pokémon—including Charizard, Gyarados, and Aerodactyl—are strongly associated with Flying-type battle styles. 176 906
• He once investigated Xia Yan’s alter ego, Hunter N, without realizing that Xia Yan himself was the target of his investigation. 1066